{"id":127,"date":"2018-11-01T21:31:38","date_gmt":"2018-11-01T21:31:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.woodspringsfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=127"},"modified":"2018-11-19T21:35:47","modified_gmt":"2018-11-19T21:35:47","slug":"dentist-jonesboro","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.woodspringsfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/dentist-jonesboro\/","title":{"rendered":"Use Your Benefits with a Dentist in Jonesboro Before It\u2019s Too Late"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-128 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.woodspringsfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/AdobeStock_132152029__1536610810_96873-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"WOman smiling in dentist's chair.\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.woodspringsfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/AdobeStock_132152029__1536610810_96873-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.woodspringsfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/AdobeStock_132152029__1536610810_96873-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.woodspringsfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/AdobeStock_132152029__1536610810_96873.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Each year, millions of Americans reach January 1<sup>st<\/sup> without using their dental benefits. That totals up to $152 billion in lost dental dollars every year. It\u2019s true, most dental benefits don\u2019t rollover into the new year, so if you don\u2019t use your benefits before January 1<sup>st<\/sup>, they\u2019re gone forever. Those are your hard-earned dollars going to waste! Keep reading to discover how to save money with your dental insurance and why it\u2019s important to see your dentist in Jonesboro before the end of the year.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>What\u2019s Your Yearly Maximum?<\/h2>\n<p>Your yearly maximum is the most amount of money your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.woodspringsfamilydentistry.com\/dental-insurance.html\">dental insurance<\/a> plan will pay for your dental work in one year. The issue is that most people don\u2019t reach or exceed their maximum by New Year\u2019s, which means they\u2019re leaving money on the table at the end of the year. The average annual maximum is around $1,000, and the key to getting the most out of your insurance is to try to use up this money before it\u2019s lost forever on January 1<sup>st<\/sup>.<\/p>\n<h2>What\u2019s Your Deductible?<\/h2>\n<p>Your deductible is the amount of money you have to pay out of pocket before your insurance plan will pay for any dental services. This dollar amount can vary from plan to plan, and it may be higher if you choose an out-of-network dentist. The average deductible is around $50 per year, and you should keep in mind that it restarts with the new year as well.<\/p>\n<h2>Do You Pay Premiums?<\/h2>\n<p>If you pay premiums out of every paycheck, you should definitely be using your benefits! Premiums allow you to save costs on dental work, but if you don\u2019t visit your dentist, you\u2019re just throwing money away. Even if you don\u2019t need any treatment, regular checkups and cleanings are usually 100% covered by most plans. Those visits are a great way to utilize your benefits and keep your mouth healthy by preventing dental issues before they even happen.<\/p>\n<h2>How\u2019s Your Oral Health?<\/h2>\n<p>Visiting your local dentist can help prevent and detect early signs of issues like cavities, gum disease, and much more. By delaying treatment you need or putting off routine checkups, you\u2019re putting yourself at risk for more expensive and extensive treatments down the road.<\/p>\n<p>Routine checkups give your dentist an opportunity to take X-Rays to check for any dental problems that can\u2019t be seen with the naked eye. These checkups are imperative to your health, but they can also save you money by catching issues before they develop into something much more serious.<\/p>\n<p>As mentioned above, preventive visits are usually covered, so it\u2019s best to cash in on your benefits to keep your mouth healthy. Restorative treatments are partly covered by insurance, but you\u2019ll be paying much more out of pocket to fix an issue than to prevent it in the first place.<\/p>\n<p>Now that you know how to get the most out of your dental benefits, do you have an appointment scheduled before New Year\u2019s? Contact your local dentist to save money and keep your mouth healthy.<\/p>\n<h2>Meet the Dentist<\/h2>\n<p>Dr. Sarah Yarnell enjoys providing quality care to her patients in a friendly environment. With a wide-range of services at her practice, she can take care of your whole family\u2019s dental needs. She accepts most major insurance providers, and her caring staff are experts on maximizing your benefits. She currently practices at Woodsprings Family Dentistry, and she can be contacted through her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.woodspringsfamilydentistry.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or by phone at (870) 932-8488 for any questions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Each year, millions of Americans reach January 1st without using their dental benefits. That totals up to $152 billion in lost dental dollars every year. It\u2019s true, most dental benefits don\u2019t rollover into the new year, so if you don\u2019t use your benefits before January 1st, they\u2019re gone forever. 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